CRISTINA VOLKMAR
***** ** *** ******, ******** Pines, FL 33029 - Mobile 754-***-**** -
email: ***************@****.***
Financial Management & Operations
Dedicated and motivated professional with a strong background as Auditor,
Controller, Accountant, Administrative Manager and CFO. Years of successful
experience consulting on multifaceted financial projects, streamlining
internal processes, and fostering positive relations with a wide range of
clients, stakeholders, and key business partners. Consistently recognized
for outstanding contributions to the bottom line. Solid reputation for
resolving complex issues. Commended for organization, perseverance,
efficiency, and timeline management skills.
Areas Of Expertise
|Audits & Compliance |Banking & Cash |Project Coordination |
|Financial Dept. |Management |Strategic Planning |
|Administration |Training & Team Building|Process Improvement |
|Full Accounting | | |
|Management |Budgeting & Cost Control| |
|Tax Preparation | | |
Recent Experience
yntegra trading llc Broker of Commodities -Miami, FL
12/2008-2012
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Provide financial oversight for a broker of commodities while developing
and implementing strategic plans to capitalize on trading opportunities.
Work closely with the Chief Operating Officer (COO) to coordinate tactics
related to budget management, cost/benefit analysis, forecasting needs, and
new funding options.
. Design and execute company policies and standards while ensuring
regulatory compliance
. Prepare and present monthly portfolio snapshots and maintain accurate
documentation
. Advise the President regarding financial planning, reporting,
stability, liquidity, and growth
. Hire, train, mentor, and supervise a team of productive financial
professionals
opportunity fund/asset management Hedge Fund -Miami, FL
4/2005-12/2008
Internal Auditor (Quantek Opportunity Fund)
1/2007-12/2008
Responsible for analyzing and assessing all investment positions for a
hedge fund with NAV of $1B USD. Audited accounting records and payment
history to ensure proper valuation and compliance with investment
documents.
. Prepared reports for management concerning the scope of various audits
. Presented findings and sources to determine application of funds
. Liaised with external independent auditors to ensure timely reporting
Director of Administration (Franco Asset Management)
4/2005-12/2006
Managed daily operations, accounting protocols, annual audits, and tax
filings. Helped to develop and implement strategic plans while
articulating administrative and financial goals to ensure organizational
success.
. Analyzed budgets and monitored policies to review overall
effectiveness
. Supervised accounting, internal controls, financial reporting, and
budget administration
. Oversaw HR functions such as recruiting, hiring, benefits management,
and training
tam brazilian airlines Brazilian Airline -
Miami, FL 3/2001-5/2005
Assistant Controller - Lead Accountant Department
Designed and implemented accounting systems for North American operations
and coordinated the integration of QuickBooks into the Accounting
department. Reconciled revenue accounts between the US and Sao Paulo,
Brazil.
. Exported QuickBooks data to Oracle systems and reduced workload by 30%
. Generated financial reports for internal management and executives
. Managed info and performed fiscal analysis of electronic revenue
activities
dedicated transp. of florida, inc. Transportation Company -
Miami, FL 12/2004-3/2005
Controller / (Consulting Services)
Directed all financial affairs of the organization, analyzed operations,
and implemented plans with supporting schedules to guide management teams.
Developed financial policies and compiled periodic statements.
. Built relationships with lending institution and contacts in the
financial community
. Maintained fiscal records and ensured the accuracy of all
documentation
. Managed general accounting, internal auditing, cost accounting, and
budgetary controls
Additional Experience
zapata international corporation Metal Crown Cups Supplier - Miami, FL
1995-2001
Financial Administrator
miami field services, inc. Airplane Repair Company -
Miami, FL 1993-1995
Finance Department Assistant
terpel limitada (Ecopetrol) Oil & Petroleum Company - Medellin,
Colombia 1986-1987
Junior Accountant
ingenieria immobiliaria Real Estate Broker & Developer
- Medellin, Colombia 1985-1986
Junior Accountant
Language Skills
. English -Spanish-Portuguese
Education
. Jose R. Vasquez Commercial Bachelors - Colombia
1984 Accounting & Commerce Degree
US Equivalent Bachelor Degree - Miami
2005
Business Administration
Major in Management
School of Business Administration
University of Miami
references
Upon Request